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The following steps describe how to update the original Microsoft Windows XP install CD with the latest drivers and Microsoft Service Pack 3 and other updates using nLite

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Preparations:

1. Download the latest hardware drivers.
2. Download Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 3 Network Installer.
3. Download the latest RyanVM’s Post-SP3 Update Pack and WGA Addon.
4. Download Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 for Windows XP (optional)
5. Download the latest Redxxi’s DirectX Enduser Runtime Addon (optional).
6. Download the latest SVCpack version of jd976′s .NET Framework All-In-One Addon (optional).
7. Download and install the latest version of Nuhi’s nLite.
8. Copy the contents of the original Microsoft Windows XP CD to a folder on the hard drive, example C:\XPCD.

To integrate the latest SP, drivers and updates:

1. Run nLite
2. Select language and location of the XPCD folder.
3. Skip presets unless wanted by clicking Next
4. In Task Selection: select Integrate Service Pack
5. Rerun nLite
6. In Task Selection: select all except Integrate Service Pack.
7. Now integrate the downloaded drivers, update and addon packs.
8. Save ISO image of the rebuilt install CD.
9. Burn ISO to CD disc.

Notes:

• Integrate Service Pack before integrating IE7, WMP11 and other optional Microsoft updates.
• It may be possible to combine Service Pack integration with the integration of drivers and updates withour rerunning nLite (not tested).
• For integration of the latest Windows Media Player, check Windows Mediaplayer 11 Slipstreamer.